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Post-Stroke Fatigue: A Closer Look at EBV

January 14, 2025

You know how a stroke can really tire you out? Well, scientists have been digging into the reasons behind this post-stroke fatigue. They found that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is famous for causing mononucleosis, might be involved. They checked out a bunch of people who had strokes over five

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Firefighters' Fatigue: How They Feel Versus How They Perform

January 14, 2025

Ever wondered how firefighters really feel after a long shift? This study dives into the relationship between what they think about their tiredness and how it actually affects their job performance. Plus, it explores how body fat percentages might play a role in this. You might not know this, but f

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Unraveling Muscle Fatigue: How Aging Impacts Our Fibers

January 3, 2025

Ever wondered why muscles get tired faster as we age? It's not just about lack of exercise. Scientists are diving deep into the tiny structures within our muscles, called myofibrils, to understand this age-related fatigue. These myofibrils are like the powerhouses of our muscles, responsible for con

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Unproven Endocrine Conditions: Myths, Dangers, and Better Approaches

January 3, 2025

Imagine being told you have a health condition that doctors can’t agree on, and treatments that could do more harm than good. Welcome to the confusing world of pseudo-endocrine disorders. These are health issues that sound real but lack solid science to back them up. One example is adrenal fatigue,

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Living with IBD: Fatigue, Pain, and Incontinence

December 31, 2024

Ever wondered how Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) affects people's daily lives? A recent study dove into the often overlooked symptoms of fatigue, pain, and faecal incontinence. These issues can be a real struggle for adults with IBD, but surprisingly, we don't know much about how common they are o

sports

Handball Injuries: Why Fatigue Matters

December 27, 2024

Ever noticed how handball players often get injured towards the end of a match? Well, fatigue might be the culprit. When you're tired, your body's awareness of its position and movement, known as proprioception, can drop. This makes it harder to control your limbs properly, heightening the risk of i

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Boosting Activity and Endurance in Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue: A Short Intervention

December 24, 2024

Fibromyalgia (FM) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are health issues that affect many people. Both conditions make it hard for people to be active and can cause a lot of pain. A recent study looked at whether a short program that includes exercise, healthy eating, and paying attention to daily rhy

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How Do Swimmers Deal with Intense Training? A Smart Algorithm's Perspective

December 22, 2024

Have you ever wondered how athletes manage their training when things get super intense? This study dives into that question, focusing on swimmers. They wanted to see if a fancy algorithm, called the variable dose-response model, could help track when swimmers push too hard and start to feel really

politics

Giving Politics a Break: Why It's Okay to Step Back

December 19, 2024

After the 2023 election, a notable conversation emerged. Jamal Bryant, the senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, had a unique message for the Black women in his congregation. His fiancée, now wife, Rev. Karri Turner, encouraged them to take a break from politic

technology

Fatigue on the Flight Deck: Why Pilots Can't Be Fired for Being Tired

December 16, 2024

Imagine a hectic morning at an airline, flights are lined up, crews are assigned, but severe weather is causing delays. Suddenly, a pilot calls in, explaining they can't fly due to fatigue. Despite causing more headaches and delays, this is a reasonable call. Pilots can be fired for various reasons,